black desert online directx 12

Black Desert Online (BDO) has introduced DirectX 12 (DX12) support as an alternative to the older DirectX 11 (DX11) version. Heres what you need to know: DX12 in Black Desert Online Improved Performance: DX12 can offer better CPU utilization and reduced overhead, leading to higher FPS (especially in CPU-bound scenarios). Better Stability: Some players report fewer crashes and smoother gameplay. Visual Enhancements: Slightly improved lighting and effects in some cases. How to Enable DX12 in BDO In-Game Settings: - Open Settings (ESC menu) Performance Optimization. - Under Graphics API, select DirectX 12. - Restart the game for changes to take effect. Command Line Option (if needed): - In the Black Desert launcher, click Settings (gear icon). - Add -dx12 to the Launch Options field. DX12 vs. DX11: Which Should You Use? Feature DirectX 11 DirectX 12 Performance Stable, but may bottleneck CPU Better CPU optimization (higher FPS in some cases) Compatibility Works on most systems Requires Windows 10/11 & newer GPUs Stability Very stable May have occasional issues (depends on hardware) Visuals Standard Slightly improved effects Use DX12 if: You have a modern GPU (NVIDIA RTX / AMD RX 5000+), Windows 10/11, and want better performance. Use DX11 if: You experience crashes, have an older GPU, or prefer stability. Troubleshooting DX12 Issues Crashing? Try updating GPU drivers (NVIDIA/AMD). Lower FPS? Some older GPUs perform worse on DX12switch back to DX11. Not available? Ensure your Windows and GPU support DX12. Future of DX12 in BDO Pearl Abyss continues to optimize DX12, so performance may improve further. Some players still prefer DX11 for consistency, but DX12 is becoming more stable. Would you like help testing DX12 performance on your system? Let me know your specs!